For the Record: “RAC Appeals: More Than Simple Math”

By congressional mandate, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will be employing recovery audit contractors (RAC) to review claims in an attempt to identify “improper payments.” For the Record magazine spoke with some experts, including AAPC National Advisory Board member Michael Miscoe, JD, CPC, CHCC, CRA, on the RAC appeals process and what to expect when a RAC knocks on your door.